I have a boundary of fir trees, (types uncertain), and they are overhanging an adjacent wooden fence, onto a public footpath, by upto 300mm and I would like to trim back the overhang without endangering the health of the trees.
2006-10-18 00:52:52 · 5 answers · asked by Ian P 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
I'd say when the sap has stopped rising - that is from about now till spring. If you do it now, the trees will have chance to heal before the frosts. Fir trees are fairly robust things so be brave and chop as much as you need.
2006-10-18 01:06:26 · answer #1 · answered by Roxy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
any time ; but if you are concerned , get a handful of dirt and / compost from under the tree and rub it on the wound of the branch of the tree you cut --- but try not be an amateur in lopping the branches if indeed you are doing it yourself -- don't let the the branch strip or snap where it's not wanted --- don't forget there will be a lot of weight on these limbs -- if in doubt get some expert help -- but they are fairly hardy so i guess --good luck !
2006-10-18 08:45:49 · answer #2 · answered by bill g 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Autumn is a good time - or up until Spring.
DO NOT cut conifers back too harshley, as they will take a very long time to come back if at all. Little & often (i.e., every year) is best.
2006-10-18 08:52:04 · answer #3 · answered by Lavender 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
about 1- 45 pm
2006-10-18 08:00:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tomorrow??? this afternoon???
2006-10-18 10:08:12 · answer #5 · answered by Ralph 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋